THIS WEEKEND IN CHICAGO - WINTER ARRIVES IN CHICAGO!
It
appears that winter has arrived here in Chicago,
albeit late, whether we like it or not.
Remember, at some point, good things do come to an end, but that doesn't
mean we have to give in to them either!
So, here's what's going on this wintery weekend -
Start
planning for your 2012 summer at the Chicago Boat, Sports and RV Show
at McCormick Place (2301 S. Lake
Shore Drive, North Building) in the Near South Side neighborhood this Saturday
and Sunday. Get the latest on boats, fishing
gear, marine accessories, RVs, camping equipment and travel destinations at
this 82nd annual extravaganza.
Also featured is an indoor wakeboarding competition, camp cooking
seminars, DIY boating instruction and much more!
Perhaps
you need a good laugh right about now -
The Chicago Sketch
Comedy Festival at Stage 773
(1225 W. Belmont Avenue) in the Lakeview neighborhood features four stages of
138 groups from Chicago and beyond performing 163 shows during this 11th
annual funny festival this Saturday and Sunday!
Or --
The
Laugh Out Loud Tour
at The Second City (1616 N. Wells
Street) in the Lincoln Park
neighborhood features humorous performances by The Second City Touring Company
with highlights from The Second City's most popular revues Saturdays at 4:00
p.m.! Or --
Keep
this winter in perspective by attending the dark comedy production of Blizzard '67
at Chicago Dramatists (1105 W.
Chicago Avenue) in the River West neighborhood Saturdays at 8:00 p.m. and
Sundays at 3:00 p.m. Four confident, carpooling
businessmen devolve into their worst selves during this infamous Chicago snowstorm!
Calling
all literature enthusiasts -
The
Chicago Writers Association will
honor local authors Christine Sneed, Krista August, James Finn Garner, Pamela
Ferdinand, Carey Goldberg and Beth Jones at this year's Book of the Year Awards
in the Lincoln Square neighborhood this Saturday from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00
p.m.! Or -
Come
Home Chicago to the Near North Side neighborhood this Sunday from
6:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. as Chicago's
literary traditions are celebrated with readings and performances by authors
Christine Sneed, Stuart Dybek, columnist and radio personality Rick Kogan,
First Ward alderman Joe Moreno and others!
For
your shopping pleasure, head on over to the Empty
Bottle (1035 N. Western Avenue) in the East Village/Ukrainian Village
neighborhood for the Handmade Market this
Saturday from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
More than 30 local crafters will be displaying for sale their handmade
clothing, handbags, jewelry, scarves, greeting cards, journals and more!
And
finally, if one of your New Year's resolutions involves a tattoo, well you're
in luck as The Chicago Tattooing and
Piercing Company (1017 W. Belmont Avenue) in the Lakeview neighborhood will
be hosting the Sailor
Jerry free tattoo party Saturday from 12:00 p.m. to
12:00 a.m. Come celebrate the 1930s
tattoo artist Norman "Sailor Jerry" Collins - the rum brand's namesake - in
what would have been his 101st birthday. The first 101 attendees will receive a complimentary
tattoo and can choose from several of Collins' original designs. Stick around for the after-party at a nearby
establishment - location revealed at the tattoo shop - serving up, none other
than, Sailor Jerry rum drinks!
Enjoy Your Wintery Weekend, Or, Are
You Going To Give In To Chicago's Winter?
SUE MOSS & DEAN'S TEAM CHICAGO
